
ICYMI: Coach Taylor and his players, Zach Bensley, Elijah Lewis, and Evan English, made the weekly appearance on WEBO radio on Wednesday, November 1, 2023. Listen to the interview with Matt Lewis here: https://5il.co/289k3
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Varsity swimmer Ava Murphy has many memories of her time in the water. From competing to practicing, to bonding with her team. Learn what her favorite memory is, and more as she answers 4 Questions on Showcase Sports TV: https://youtu.be/DudW3_bt_94

OA UPDATE: The Owego Free Academy Boys and Girls Cross Country teams will run in the Section IV Championships today, Thursday, November 2nd. The race happens at Chenango Valley State Park Golf Course, with the Boys at 2:00 pm and the Girls at 3:00 pm.
GoFan Parking Tickets are required for entry. Purchase tickets here: https://gofan.co/event/1172028?schoolId=NYSPHSAAIV
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Zoe Slater is an artist and performer involved in so much throughout her time at Owego. Zoe tells us what it is she loves about performing and more. Hear what she has to say in this episode of 4 Questions on Showcase Arts TV: https://youtu.be/JQB6-SI8JRw

Although being a goalie is a tough role, Olivia Dodge loves it and puts all of her dedication in the net. She tells us about her beginnings with soccer and what her goals are. Watch Olivia's episode of 4 Questions on Showcase Sports TV:
https://youtu.be/r3lH8jdqJoc

OFA REMINDER: School Picture Re-takes are tomorrow, Wednesday, November 1st. You can order online at https://shop.jostenspix.com/login. Contact the high school directly with questions by using Let's Talk! - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk


OA UPDATE: The Owego Free Academy Boys Soccer team will play in the State Class A Subregional on Wednesday, November 1st. Owego takes on Section I champ Byram Hill at 5 p.m. at Hendrick Hudson.
GoFan Tickets are required for entry. Purchase tickets here: https://gofan.co/event/1201564?schoolId=NYSPHSAA1
The winner advances to the Regional Finals against the Section IX champion on a date TBD. The Semifinals and Championship games will be played in Middletown on November 11th and 12th.
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OA UPDATE: The Owego Free Academy Girls Soccer team will play in the State Class A Subregional on Wednesday, November 1st. Owego faces Section I champ Rye at 5 p.m. at Chenango Valley.
GoFan Tickets are required for entry. Purchase tickets here: https://gofan.co/event/1197933?schoolId=NYSPHSAAIV
The winner advances to the Regional Finals at Wallkill on November 4th. The Semifinals and Championship games will be played at SUNY Cortland on November 11th and 12th.
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Science teacher Barb Melby has been inspired to be a teacher since she was a child. She brings enthusiasm and encouragement to class every day. In this episode of 4 Questions, she tells us what she finds most rewarding about her job and more. Learn more about her on Showcase Classroom: https://youtu.be/m0AS39nnPeA

OA Reminder:
Winter 2023-2024 Sports Registration opened today for ALL modified athletes and remains open for ALL JV and Varsity athletes. Please complete the Arbiter Sports (formerly FamilyID) registration here: https://students.arbitersports.com/organizations/owego-apalachin-central-school-district
The registration includes important health information reviewed by the nurse's office before each season, as well as mandatory policies and agreements.
Families must provide proof of a current physical by uploading an image of the physical form on Arbiter Sports/FamilyID or bringing a copy to the Nurse’s office at OAMS/OFA.
** Health Updates are a NY state mandate and are a different form than the sports physical. These are mandatory for each competition season and are not subject to a waiver. This form is included in your Arbiter Sports/FamilyID online registration.
** No student-athlete will be allowed to participate on the first day of practice unless all required documents are reviewed and signed, and all health forms are current.
Register on FamilyID here: https://students.arbitersports.com/organizations/owego-apalachin-central-school-district
Official Winter Season Start Dates:
All Varsity/JV Sports: 11/13/2023
All Modified Sports: 11/27/2023
Please contact the Athletic’s Office directly if you have any questions. Use our Let’s Talk! feature by selecting Athletics here: https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk
Or Call (607) 687-7301
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OA REMINDER: The Owego Free Academy Girls Swimming and Diving team will participate in Sectionals as follows:
Sectional Prelims at Maine-Endwell on November 1st at 5:00 pm.
Diving at Elmira on November 3rd at 10:15 am.
Finals at Maine-Endwell on November 4th at 4:00 pm.
GoFan Tickets are required for entry. Purchase tickets here:
Swimming Class B Prelims - 11/1 at MEl
https://gofan.co/event/1177861?schoolId=NYSPHSAAIV
A, B C Diving - 11/3 at Elmira
https://gofan.co/event/1177883?schoolId=NYSPHSAAIV
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Javan Belokur loves everything about running and being a member of the Owego cross-country team. He tells us about his goals as a runner, how he got started, and more. See what Javan says on this segment of 4 Questions on Showcase Sports TV:
https://youtu.be/Eo9jpTOQbQY

Looks like we need to make some more noise downtown tonight! Congratulations to the Section IV Class A Girl's Soccer Sectional Champions...your Owego Free Academy River Hawks! Cue the lights and sirens. #OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition


Congratulations to the Owego Free Academy Volleyball team on winning the 2023 STAC Championship. The River Hawks won 3-0 over Windsor. #OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition


Logan Georgia decided to start playing volleyball with the encouragement of her friend. It has become a large part of her life ever since. Logan is a crucial member of the varsity team. Find out what her favorite memory is and more as she answers 4 Questions on Showcase Sports TV: https://youtu.be/DzZyjD_yeUE

Hunter Pitcher took some time out of band practice to help us. He instructs us how to play a concert b flat scale on the french horn. Watch and learn from this Musician Tip on Showcase Arts TV: https://youtu.be/aYgtKC8nfcY

Congratulations to the Owego Free Academy Boy's Soccer Team - Section IV Class A Champions. You know what that means...get ready for some lights and sirens in downtown Owego soon. The champs are coming home! #OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition


OA REMINDER: The Owego Free Academy Girl’s Soccer team plays Maine-Endwell in the Class A Sectional Final game on Friday, October 27th, at 7:00 pm at Chenango Valley High School.
GoFan Tickets are required for entry. Purchase tickets here: https://gofan.co/event/1172195?schoolId=NYSPHSAAIV
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"I've always just loved water. I find it's very therapeutic." Cecilia Clark takes a break during varsity practice to tell us what she loves about being a competitive swimmer. Hear more from her in this episode of 4 Questions on Showcase Sports TV:
https://youtu.be/-P7QJmbMS5I

OA REMINDER: The Owego Free Academy Boys Soccer team plays Maine-Endwell in the Class A Sectional Final game on Thursday, October 26th, at 6:00 pm at Johnson City High School.
GoFan Tickets are required for entry. Purchase tickets here: https://gofan.co/event/1173191?schoolId=NYSPHSAAIV
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